Slideshow: Coconut water gets a refresh 06.21.2013 By Monica Watrous Powdered drink mixes, children's beverages and frozen novelties offer a tropical twist.Read More
House rejects farm bill by vote of 234 to 195 06.21.2013 By Jay Sjerven Bill would have cut spending on SNAP by $20.5 billion over 10 years.Read More
House rejects farm bill 06.20.2013 By Jay Sjerven Democrats vote 172 to 24 against the bill, while 60 Republican members also vote no.Read More
Improved performance 06.20.2013 By Keith Nunes The sports nutrition category is growing and expanding into mainstream productsRead More
Taco Bell tests high-protein menu 06.19.2013 By Monica Watrous The Power Protein Menu is part of the chain's commitment to meet specific nutrition goals by 2020.Read More
House begins consideration of farm bill 06.19.2013 By Jay Sjerven Bill's co-sponsors urge House members to pass the bill with few amendments.Read More
White House would veto House farm bill over SNAP cuts 06.18.2013 By Jay Sjerven Proposed cuts of $21 billion over 10 years seen as too steep by administration.Read More
Senate passes farm bill, stage set for debate over SNAP cuts 06.18.2013 By Jay Sjerven The House farm bill would cut five times as much spending on SNAP than the Senate approvedRead More
Consumers prefer to indulge in restaurants 06.12.2013 By Monica Watrous Diners more likely to skip drinks or dessert than choose lighter portions, says NPD.Read More
Chewy juices and mock meats top natural food trends 06.07.2013 By Monica Watrous Emerging trends in the natural and organic space include textured beverages, indulgent nut butters and desserts with healthy benefits.Read More